This is a fantastic idea. I'm new to this group, having just found you all last night (May 6, 2003). I promise to check in with the group every day and if I ever leave, I will say good-bye and explain why. I have a long road ahead of me with 150 pounds to lose. I know I can't do it alone and I am so grateful to have found you all. Isn't the internet great?! I don't know anyone else in "real world" circle who weighs 305 pounds and is trying to lose "half" of themselves. So, it's a comfort to come here and not feel so alone. No one else seems to understand how hard we struggle to lose weight. They are so quick to judge us. This is THE HARDEST thing I have ever tried to do in my entire 41 year old life.

So, count me "in" on the 1-year committment.

--Theresa